Quinton de Kock’s 23rd ODI century, an elegant 106 off 89 balls, has put him in the spotlight once again, leading South Africa’s charge in the 3rd and final ODI against India in Visakhapatnam. De Kock’s knock was the highlight of the day, coming at a critical time after early wickets fell. He formed two vital partnerships, one with captain …
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The third and final ODI between India and South Africa in Visakhapatnam is a winner-takes-all affair, with the series tied at 1-1. All attention was fixed on the coin toss, which has become a source of mounting anxiety and statistical absurdity for the Indian team. Prior to the match, India suffered an extraordinary and statistically improbable streak of 20 consecutive …
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India and South Africa clash in the series-deciding third ODI at ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam on December 6, 2025, with the scoreline locked at 1-1 after high-scoring thrillers in Ranchi and Raipur. KL Rahul won the toss and opted to bowl first, citing minimal early dew during training and a balanced pitch favouring chases. India made one change, bringing …
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India and South Africa head into the third ODI on December 6, 2025, at Visakhapatnam’s ACA-VDCA Stadium with the series poised at 1-1, following a thrilling opener where India defended 299 to win by 17 runs in Ranchi and a high-octane second match where South Africa chased 359 with four wickets and seven balls remaining in Raipur. Virat Kohli‘s 52nd …
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Harbhajan Singh firmly defends Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli‘s place in the 2027 ODI World Cup, criticizing critics without significant achievements who question the future of the Indian cricket legends. The former India spinner expressed his admiration for the duo’s ongoing performances and leadership, stressing that both players remain vital to India’s ODI plans and are setting an example for …
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India‘s cricket grounds have hosted some of the most pulse-pounding ODI run chases, where batters have rewritten records under intense pressure. These encounters highlight bold strokeplay and tactical acumen, captivating audiences across the nation. Among the elite list, South Africa‘s recent heroics in Raipur stand tall alongside historic Indian triumphs and Australia‘s daring efforts. From last-ball finishes to massive partnerships, …
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The second ODI in Raipur turned into a high-scoring thriller, but it was South Africa who walked away with one of their greatest away wins in ODI history. Chasing a stiff target of 359 vs India, the Proteas displayed remarkable composure under lights as dew made India’s task increasingly difficult. Aiden Markram led from the front with a superb century, …
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India’s imposing 358 in Raipur set the stage for another high-intensity ODI battle, backed by centuries from Virat Kohli and Ruturaj Gaikwad. South Africa, bruised from the opening defeat, walked out chasing 359 with pressure hanging over every over. India began strongly with quick strikes from Arshdeep Singh and Prasidh Krishna, but Aiden Markram steadied the visitors with remarkable poise. …
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In the second ODI of South Africa’s tour of India at Raipur’s Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium on December 3, 2025, India posted a formidable 358/5 after South Africa opted to field first. Virat Kohli anchored the innings with his 84th international century—a masterful 102 off 93 balls featuring seven fours and two sixes—his 53rd ODI ton and second …
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Virat Kohli once again lit up Indian cricket with a remarkable display of consistency and class, scoring back-to-back centuries at the age of 37. His latest hundred in Raipur, a fluent 102 off 90 balls, pushed his tally to 84 international centuries and reaffirmed his status as the greatest modern-day ODI batter. The century followed his match-winning ton in Ranchi, …
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